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News from Buena Vista County Extension
Doing Business in an Information-Based Marketplace
(Posted on 1/11/2010)
Most cow-calf producers would like receive more income for the calves they produce. A special meeting addressing adding market value will be offered to cow-calf producers on Feb. 3, from 1-4 p.m. at the Fire Station in Moville IA and on Feb. 4, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Security State Bank in Sutherland IA.
To Your Health
(Posted on 12/29/2009)
Happy New Year!
In the midst of the holiday hustle and bustle a new year begins … a time to reflect on the past and contemplate the year ahead. Here are a few goals to think about. Pick one or two that will benefit you the most. Work on them throughout the year.
4-H Year in Review
(Posted on 12/22/2009)
Slideshow compilation of the year in 4-H in Buena Vista County.
Newell-Fonda SFP
(Posted on 12/22/2009)
A photo summary of the year at the Newell-Fonda Strengthening Families program.
ISU Extension Helps New Iowans
(Posted on 12/22/2009)
Himar Hernandez, Extension Community and Economic Development Specialist, helps new Iowans by giving them the tools and knowledge to be successful in the United States.
4-H Cookbook Available for Purchase
(Posted on 12/10/2009)
The ISU Extension Office in Buena Vista County has the 60th Anniversary Edition Cookbook from the Iowa 4-H Foundation.
Checking your Lists
(Posted on 12/10/2009)
Shoppers are “making their lists and checking them twice” this time of year – all kinds of lists: shopping lists, menus, to-do lists. Is a “holiday food safety checklist” among your lists?
Entertaining Family and Friends
(Posted on 12/10/2009)
Whether you are short of time or short on money, these tips will help you host a get together without breaking the bank.
Eating Healthy on the Run
(Posted on 12/10/2009)
…Busy, busy days ahead this month. Whether
your food choices are carry-out, food court,
cafeteria at work, or sit-down restaurant,
there are smart choices everywhere.
The Fearless Caregiver: Tips for a Less Stressful Holiday Season
(Posted on 12/10/2009)
There can be good deal of confusion for anyone during the holidays, with the hustle and bustle of preparing for extra company, fixing special meals and playing the host while trying to enjoy the whole experience as well. For a caregiver of a loved one living with Alzheimer's disease, this time can add a whole new set of strains to an already stressful situation.
Accept the Challenge Rescheduled
(Posted on 12/10/2009)
This event has been rescheduled until January 30th.
Participate in hands-on activities featuring ISU External Relations Specialist, Julie Hlas, and former Area 4-H Council members (Kent Irwin & Elizabeth Feilmeier & Lexie Cook), and Buena Vista University Student Leaders
Early Learning Webinar
(Posted on 11/6/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy. Visit the Early Learning Webinar Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/childcare/earlylearning for more information.
POPULAR PUBLICATIONS
(Posted on 3/27/2009)
View our most popular publications that are available via pdf. They include newsletters, supplemental manuals for commercial applicators, custom farm rates, cash rental rates, and crop performance tests.
Money for Life Newsletter - "Credit Scores" - May 2009
(Posted on 3/24/2009)
Credit scores are a bit of a mystery to the average
consumer. That’s understandable, because
standardized credit scores didn’t even exist when
many of us were growing up! In previous generations, lenders would gather information about a loan applicant and apply their This month’s newsletter offers some tips for bettering your credit score.
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